I faxed in my new patient packet to the surgeons office on this past Thursday, I received a call same day saying they received it and would be sending it to insurance for pre approval and I would hear something back in about a week. Well today (2 business days later) I got a call that the pre approval has been granted by my insurance and my 1st consultation is next Tuesday. I'm excited and nervous and have started to jot down questions.

DonnaiA. That's great news, have you decided on the procedure you want yet, thus is an exciting time and congrats on your decision to be healthy .

Cupcake Thank you so much. I have done the research and compared the bypass and sleeve and have decided to go with the sleeve. I'm excited and nervous but finally came to the realization that I can no longer do this on my own and need a tool to help me jump start my journey towards a better and healthier life.

DonaiA I was torn between the two and started out wanting the sleeve but decided to yo with the bypass because I do like sweets and this will prevent this . I will be having my procedure done at Henry ford in Detroit , and I smile so ready for this and have great support. I look forward to reading about your progress .

Cupcake that's awesome do you already have a date? I will be going through Dr. V and Southeast Bariatrics in Charlotte, NC. My mother had the bypass done 2 years ago and has done excellent with her loss and maintaining and a good friend of mine had the sleeve done last year and is doing awesome also. I know ultimately the choice is mine but I'm interested in hearing the procedure my surgeon suggests.

DonnaIA I will not get my date until a March 5/14 when I meet with the surgeon unless there is a cancellation, they have a long waiting list. My doctor is dr. Carlin at he works at a state of excellence center in Detroit at Henry ford .